Policies for the Poor and Marginals: A Study of Garib Kalyan Schemes in India is an attempt to understand and document how various policies of the Garib Kalyan Schemes introduced and implemented in our society have impacted the life of poor and marginal communities. The study focuses on the flag- ship scheme called 'Garib Kalyan Yojana' which comprises of the following schemes- Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojna Gramin (PMAY-G), a central government scheme introduced in April 2016 to address the gap in rural housing to provide "Housing for All"; Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojna rolled out in March 2020 for free distribution of foodgrain to marginalised section of society during COVID-19 with special reference to Uttar Pradesh; Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojna, a flagship scheme to provide clean source of energy to deprived house- holds; Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojna, a scheme for ru- ral electrification of the entire households in the country: Jan Dhan Yojna scheme aims for financial inclusion by presenting solutions to the current economic problems faced by the com- mon people; Swachh Bharat Mission, a flagship program and an initiative by the Government of India to eliminate open defeca- tion and improve solid waste management both in rural as well as urban area; Jal Jeevan Mission launched on 15 August 2019 with the mission to provide tapped water connection to every households in rural areas by the year 2024.

This report has been prepared by Govind Ballabh Pant Social Science Institute.

This book is based on the honourable Prime Minister's radio program "Mann Ki Baat" in which he addresses the nation on All India Radio. It is being broadcast on DD News and DD National, PMO India, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and many other social media platforms. The process of addressing the people through "Mann Ki Baat" was the first broadcast on 3rd October 2014 to create a dialogue which was the first experiment of its kind. Since then, it has been broadcasted continuously and marked the 102nd edition which was aired on 25th December 2022. All India Radio (AIR), which has been broadcasting "Mann Ki Baat," is the national broadcaster of India. Radio as a medium of communication has a wider reach to its audience.

This book is an outcome of an initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India under the theme of "Creating Intellectual Heritage: Development, Knowledge Resource and making New India" a dialogue, documentation, and research program. It is a development and governance-related knowledge program. This book is titled "Beyond Boundaries: A Study of Social Impact of Mann ki Baat". It has tried to capture the impact of "Mann Ki Baat" on common people, society, the economy, education, etc. through the lens of an academic perspective. It has been a great success over the years in terms of linking development with communication. It has created a space for a common citizen to connect, be addressed, and participate in governance through two-way communication between the Prime Minister and the citizen.

It is a study of the 'New India Movement 2017-2022' which set forth a visionary roadmap with a focus on rapid and widespread economic growth, formalizing the economy, embracing new technologies and bridging the gap between the public and private sectors.It presents an in-depth analysis of six pivotal themes that played a vital role in driving India's economic growth under the Naya Bharat initiative: PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, Smart Cities, Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) - UDAN, Economic Corridor Development, Logistics Efficiency Improvement and Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojna (PMKSY). Drawing upon extensive research. data and insights from various sectors, the study assesses the progress made and the challenges that remain. It highlights the transformative impact of massive government investments in infrastructure, such as the Bharatmala Project and RCS-UDAN, which have led to remarkable growth in roadways and airports. Furthermore, the study demonstrates how the implementation of the PMKSY scheme has improved the food processing industry, benefiting millions of farmers and reducing waste. It also celebrates the success of smart cities, which have enhanced the lives of citizens while promoting sustainable urban development.

Towards Naya Bharat: A Study of Infrastructure, Development and Growth inspires hope and showcases India's potential to become a 5 trillion economy, exemplifying the success of visionary leadership and effective policy implementation in shaping the destiny of a nation.

Energy plays a significant role in the economic development of a country as it is one of the essential components in the growth of industries and other sectors like agriculture, transportation, etc. With development, the energy demand has been rising in recent years. It has also brought several challenges along with it like pollution, global warming and climate change. To overcome the energy demand and cut carbon emissions, India has been increasing its capacity to generate renewable energy and reducing its dependency on conventional energy sources like fossil fuels. The present study gives a glimpse into the numerous programs and policies being implemented in India to promote the production and use of renewable energy sources including wind and solar energy. It also gives an overview of various energy efficiency initiatives being taken to reduce energy consumption, improve energy security and support sustainable economic growth.

Skill India is a scheme launched by the Government of India in 2015. Under this scheme many skilling schemes and programmes have been launched to give vocational and entrepreneurial training to youth of India. The objective of this scheme is to empower the youth with specialised job-oriented skills that will enhance their talent and create new employment opportunities for them. To move ahead in the mission the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship was formed in 2014 which laid the foundation of various councils, bodies and institutions to cater to the need of changing demands and technologies of the marketplace. This report has been prepared by National Skill Development Corporation.